The leader of the Opposition will be joined by 60 riders, including many fellow politicians, and a support group of 40 when he embarks on a 1,000 kilometres bike ride to raise money for charity.

Departing from Adelaide on Sunday 28 April, the group will ride over six days before arriving in Geelong on Sunday 5 May as part of a charity fundraiser for Carers Australia.

Joining Mr Abbott for part of the ride is Liberal candidate for Barker, Tony Pasin, who says the fundraiser is not part of a campaign.

"We're encouraging all members of the community to come and introduce themselves to Tony and the other politicians on the ride.

"This is not a Liberal party event, the politicians that are riding are from all political spectrums," he said.

Pollie Pedal was started in 1998 by a number of federal and state politicians to raise money for various charities whilst giving smaller Australian communities the opportunity to meet members of Parliament.

Opportunities to engage with Mr Abbott and other politicians riding through the region include:

Monday, 29 April: Community welcome 1.30pm at Kingston football oval followed by a community forum at Kingston football club 2 - 4pm